Vitus Sommet 29 CRX Mountain 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,352$
Weight | 15.6 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 170mm -
Travel Rear 180mm -
Fork Fox Factory Float 38
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Groupset XT -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
157cm - 169cm
MD
166cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 189cm
XL
187cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Sommet T700 carbon front triangle, 6061-T6 alloy rear, Internal cable routing, post disc brake mounts, BSA threaded BB, Boost hub spacing – 148mm x 12mm thru axle. Axle Specifications: 180mm Length, 13mm Thread Length, M12xP1.0 Thread Pitch
Suspension Fork
Fox 38 Float EVOL Factory Series 29", 170mm travel, Kashima coating, Grip2 damper, 38mm stanchions, 110mm x 15mm bolt through axle, 44mm offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float X2 Factory Series, Kashima coating, Grip2 air spring, 2 position lever, 205mm x 62.5mm, trunnion
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8100, 12 Speed, Shadow Plus, Long Cage
Front Derailleur
N/A, N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano XT M8100, 12 Speed, Rapidfire Plus
Cassette
Shimano XT M8100, 12 Speed, 10-51T Range
Crank
Shimano XT M8100, 12 Speed, 32T Narrow Wide Chainring, 170mm Crank Length
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB52, BSA Threaded BB, 73mm Shell
Chain
Shimano XT M8100, 12 Speed, 116 Links
Wheels
Front Hub
Nukeproof Horizon V2, 32H, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, 110mm x 15mm
Rear Hub
Nukeproof Horizon V2, 32H, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, 148mm x 12mm
Rims
Nukeproof Horizon V2, 29", 32H, Presta Valve, Tubeless Ready Rim Tape Installed
Tires
Maxxis Assegai, 29" x 2.50" WT, 3C MaxxGrip compound, EXO+ casing
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT, Lever: BL-M8100, Caliper: BR-M7120, Post Mount, Four Piston Caliper
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT76, 203mm Front & Rear, 6 Bolt Hub Fitment
Cockpit
Stem
Nukeproof Horizon, 6061 Alloy, 50mm length, 31.8mm Handlebar Clamp Diameter, 5° Rise
Handlebar
Nukeproof Horizon V2 Riser, 7075 Alloy, 25mm Rise, 9° Back Sweep, 31.8mm Clamp Diameter, S & M: 780mm Wide, L & XL: 800mm Wide
Grips
Vitus Lock On, N/A
Headset
Acros AZX-212-CO R5, ZS44/28.6 upper & ZS56/40 lower to suit 1-1/8" upper tapered to 1.5" lower headtube
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof Horizon Enduro Saddle, Black, Steel Rails
Seatpost
Brand-X Ascend Dropper, Remote lever, 31.6mm Diameter, S: 125mm drop, M: 150mm drop, L & XL: 170mm drop
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Front Center | 756 mm | 786 mm | 818 mm | 849 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 136 mm | 135 mm | 136 mm | 136 mm |
| Stack | 618 mm | 627 mm | 636 mm | 645 mm |
| Reach | 415 mm | 440 mm | 468 mm | 495 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 565 mm | 594 mm | 618 mm | 642 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° | 77 ° | 77.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 410 mm | 440 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1192 mm | 1222 mm | 1254 mm | 1285 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 169 cm | 179 cm | 189 cm | 200 cm |
About this model
Sommet 29 CRX Mountain is a Vitus Sommet model. Vitus released 79 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Vitus Sommet bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Vitus Sommet 297 Mountain 2022 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2310$. Vitus Sommet 297 AMP 2022 is the most expensive one and costs 5999$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Enduro bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3599$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Enduro bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Vitus Sommet 29 CRX Mountain price was 4864$. Comparing this to the average Enduro bike price, we see that the price is 35.15% more expensive.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
Enduro bikes weigh an average of 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Sommet 29 CRX Mountain weighs 15.6 kg (34.39 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 9.32% heavier than the average weight of Enduro bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the Fox Factory Float 38 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 170mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is Fox Float X2 Factory Series, with a travel distance of 180mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Sommet 29 CRX Mountain model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Vitus Sommet 29 CRX Mountain has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 157 cm – 200 cm (5.15 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
Vitus Sommet 29 CRX Mountain comes with a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!